Corrosion of first degree of right lower leg, init encntr

Corrosion of first degree of right lower leg, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a superficial chemical burn affecting the right lower leg, characterized by redness and mild pain without blistering or skin breakage. It indicates damage to the outermost layer of skin (epidermis) caused by corrosive substances.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for initial treatment of a first-degree chemical burn to the right lower leg, such as from contact with a strong acid or alkali. This is appropriate when the patient presents for the first time for this specific injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "corrosion" or "chemical burn" and the degree as "first degree."
Verify the laterality is "right" and the body part is "lower leg."
The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T24.531Corrosion of first degree of right lower leg

T24.531A(current)

Crosswalks

945.14ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T24Burn and corrosion of lower limb, except ankle and foot T24.0Burn of unsp degree of lower limb, except ankle and foot T24.00Burn of unsp degree of unsp site lower limb, except ank/ft T24.001Burn unsp deg of unsp site right lower limb, except ank/ft T24.001A